How to Take Great Property Photos with Just Your Smartphone
No expensive camera needed. Learn the techniques real estate pros use to capture stunning listings with an iPhone or Android.
How to Take Great Property Photos with Just Your Smartphone
You don't need a $3,000 DSLR or a professional photographer to create listing photos that sell. Modern smartphones have cameras that rival professional equipment—if you know how to use them.
The Truth About Real Estate Photography in 2026
Here's a secret the photography industry doesn't want you to know: 70% of listing photos start as smartphone shots. The difference between amateur and professional isn't the camera—it's what happens after the click.
5 Smartphone Photography Rules
1. Clean Your Lens
Sounds obvious, but a smudged lens is the #1 cause of hazy, unprofessional photos. Wipe it before every shoot.
2. Use Natural Light
3. Hold Steady
4. Shoot Corners, Not Walls
Frame your shots from room corners. This creates depth and makes spaces look larger.
5. Take More Than You Need
Shoot 10 photos of each room. You'll pick the best one later.
What Happens After the Shot?
Raw smartphone photos are just the beginning. Professional listings go through:
This used to require Photoshop expertise and hours of work. Now, AI does it in seconds.
The PropertyAI Workflow
No drone. No pro camera. No photographer. Just your phone and 3 seconds of processing.
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